1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2006 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2006 TVR Tuscan is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR Tuscan (355 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2006 TVR Tuscan.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2006 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | 250 | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2525 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |